Madeline Island School of the Arts (MISA) is ranked among the top five art and craft schools in the country.  The school is located on Madeline Island, the largest of the 22 Apostle Islands in Lake Superior.

The Island is known for its magnificent light and colors, creating an unparalleled setting for a week of creativity.

MISA’s workshop environment is known for its world renowned instructors in writing, painting, quilting and photography.  Classes are held June – October in spacious studios, superior on-site accommodations with a staff that will ensure an unforgettable experience.

Getting here is easy! Fly into Duluth, Minnesota, enjoy a picturesque drive and quaint ferry ride, then it's Island Time!

Winter Workshops at Tanque Verde Ranch, Arizona

Madeline Island School of the Arts operates its winter workshop program MISA West, at the Tanque Verde Ranch in Tucson, Arizona.  The classes are scheduled from October – March at the finest Dude Ranch in the Southwest, with luxurious accommodations and expansive views of the beautiful Rincon Mountains.